A Bold New Chapter in Flavor
We’ve long been celebrated for bold Tex-Mex flavors, legendary margaritas, and a fun, welcoming vibe. Our refreshed menu introduces vibrant new dishes and refined details inspired by decades of travel and hands-on culinary research and development. It’s the Rio you know, with a few delicious surprises.
With Executive Chef Jesus Martinez at the helm, the menu now blends our roots with fresh, modern flavors from slow-roasted Pork Shank Birria to Colorado Striped Bass Veracruzana. Every plate tells a story, rooted in passion, tradition, and a whole lot of flavor.
Everything you love and more
Let’s be clear: the margaritas and Rio Favorite dishes didn’t go anywhere. Rio on Wazee is still your go-to for lunch dates, happy hour catch-ups, and weekend brunch, all with the same genuine welcome and warmth you’ve always counted on. The name is new. The vibe is still Rio.
A Fresh Take With New Surprises
With an eye toward freshness, dietary variety, and thoughtful ingredients, the Rio on Wazee menu includes vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and lighter options that never skimp on flavor. Whether you’re craving queso fundido or a roasted beet salad with whipped goat cheese, we’ve got something crafted just for your cravings.
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Our Story
Chef Jesus Martinez brings new, regionally-inspired plates influenced by decades of research.
We’ve traveled to the great cities of both North America where Mexican cuisine flourishes. From Oaxaca to Puebla, from Guadalajara to Mexico City, from Tijuana to Sante Fe, we’ve built a menu that blends our Tex-Mex favorites with the uniqueness of true Mexican cuisine bold new dishes inspired by culinary travel.